SRUC

MCF PCR*

*This test is subcontracted

Interpretation MCF PCR
A positive result indicates presence of Ovine Herpes Virus 2 and is consistent with MCF where clinical signs are present. A negative result indicates that no OHV-2 nucleic acids were detected in the submitted sample. If MCF is strongly suspected despite a negative PCR result then repeat sampling may be beneficial.


  • Price: £29.79
  • Species: Cattle, Sheep, Goats
  • Disease/presentation: Systemic disease
  • Test type: PCR
  • Sample type(s): Blood - heparin (green top), Blood - EDTA (purple top), Tissue - various

Further Information

UKAS Accreditation Status: Not accredited

Turnaround Time: 7 working days

SRUC VS Product Code(s): 1031050

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